While new cast iron can be found at most home and cooking supply stores, antique and other collectible cast iron can be a bit more tricky to buy. If you're looking for an older piece, here are some things to consider:

Some dealers, such as Doris Mosier and David G. Smith, restore and season their pieces before selling. If you happen to find a piece — say at a garage sale — that is rusty but otherwise in good condition, you can restore it yourself, though it may take a little time. Both Smith and Mosier have detailed instructions on cleaning, restoring and seasoning cookware on their websites.

About 6 billion pounds of produce is wasted each year in the United States simply because of appearance, according to Ben Simon. As a student at the University of Maryland, Simon co-founded the Food Recovery Network (FRN), the largest student-run waste-prevention movement. He sat down to chat about...

What's the point of worrying about organic food, genetically modified organisms, locally sourced items and fair trade if more than a third of it will simply go to waste? Discarded food is a serious issue, and it's garnering attention from a variety of places. Statistics are stunning: Approximately...

The Modern Speak-easy Tunnel Bar in Sherman Oaks (acuna-hansen) Jenn Harris 82 years after the end of Prohibition, the speakeasy lives on, but upgraded for the 21st century. Craft cocktails, bartenders slinging drinks with mezcal and backyard fruit — and secret doors. The Modern Speak-easy Jenn...